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I hate carbon !!

Old 05-26-19, 08:53 PM
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Originally Posted by mtb_addict
its a zero sum game.
if carbon wins...then steel lose.
mfr will choose one.
Whos a whatsit?

My Norco's a mix of Al and CF - what did the manufacturer score card read.
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Old 05-27-19, 10:49 AM
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we are carbon, organic chemistry is all about carbon .. hydrocarbons are getting burned as we speak..


But hey you're probably better for your Luddite preferences ..

https://www.outsideonline.com/231181...dents-lawsuits

I have a Carbon fiber (Pre- Preg vacuum bagged, in an autoclave like oven)
Mandolin..


It would be bike touring perfect , were I to go back in time and re run my '97 pub crawl tour

music playing with others along the way , thru Ireland & Scotland , I did for my 50'th year..






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Old 05-29-19, 12:39 PM
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Originally Posted by mdilthey
That's full retail. The actual price may vary considerably. My local shop sold a demo model of the steel version in near-perfect condition for just over $1,000.

I consider $3k excellent for a full carbon bicycle with a good wheelset and good component choices. You're also talking to the wrong person when you mention the available gears.....
I thought you always went with three gears? Sit, stand, push.....
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Not a carbon fan, more price than anything. Needed a bash guard for the fatty, a 1x11 drivetrain, my local had the needed bcd 82? but in carbon. That thing has held up for 4 seasons, quite a few rock strikes at speed. A few small dings, still works fine.
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